What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Green Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Thatcham via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Manchester to Thatcham?

The distance between Manchester and Thatcham is 194 miles. The road distance is 180.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Thatcham without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thatcham without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £26 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Thatcham?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Manchester to Thatcham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thatcham bus from?

Manchester to Thatcham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thatcham train from?

Manchester to Thatcham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Thatcham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thatcham is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £26 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Manchester to Thatcham bus arrive?

Manchester to Thatcham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Thatcham train arrive?

Manchester to Thatcham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Thatcham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Thatcham is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Manchester to Thatcham.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Thatcham?

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Manchester to Thatcham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Thatcham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 54m
£27–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 41m
£49–105
Drive 179.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Thatchamcar 179.8 mi
3h 23m
£45–64
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Thatchamtrain
4h 13m
£84–286
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 21m
£86–195

Manchester to Thatcham by train

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Thatcham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £21–120 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Green Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Blagrave Street in around 7h 41m.

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